2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev — MOT failures & pass rate
Across 2,949 MOT tests, the 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev recorded a 90.3% pass rate. That is 1.5 percentage points worse than all cars of a similar age, which fail at 8.2%. Failures cluster in tyres, visibility and suspension.
What the MOT record shows
Tyres dominates the failure mix at 8.0% of all tests — 6.9 points clear of visibility, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are headlamp aim, wipers and tread depth — headlamp aim alone was recorded 36 times.
Mileage is the strongest signal on the record: 6.8% of 0-30k cars fail, rising to 14.0% once past 60-90k — 2.1× the risk.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 19.1% of tests without failing them.
How it compares
Top failure categories
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 8.0% | 236 |
| 2 | Visibility | 1.1% | 32 |
| 3 | Suspension | 0.9% | 27 |
| 4 | Lighting & signalling | 0.9% | 26 |
| 5 | Other defects | 0.3% | 8 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.2% | 7 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Headlamp aim | 36 |
| 2 | Wipers | 26 |
| 3 | Tread depth | 24 |
| 4 | Shock absorbers | 23 |
| 5 | Registration plates | 13 |
| 6 | Washers | 10 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 19.1% | 564 |
| 2 | Other defects | 4.9% | 143 |
| 3 | Brakes | 3.9% | 115 |
| 4 | Visibility | 3.5% | 103 |
| 5 | Suspension | 1.4% | 42 |
| 6 | Seat belts & restraints | 0.1% | 3 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 1,380 | 6.8% |
| 30-60k | 1,375 | 11.8% |
| 60-90k | 179 | 14.0% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 60 | 8.3% |
| 2025 | 2,885 | 9.7% |
What to check before buying a 2022 Polestar 2 Ev
On a 2022 Polestar 2 Ev, tyres is what the MOT record says goes wrong most — it appeared in 8.0% of tests. Check these areas before you commit.
- Tyres (8.0% of tests): Usually a quick, known-cost fix, but check tread, age and uneven wear (which can hint at alignment or suspension issues). Typical repair: £50–£120 per tyre.
- Visibility (1.1% of tests): Wipers, washers, mirrors and screen damage — usually inexpensive, but check for chips in the driver's line of sight. Typical repair: £15–£150.
- Suspension (0.9% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
How many 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Evs pass their MOT?
90.3% of the 2,949 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev MOT tests in this dataset passed — a 9.7% fail rate.
What is the most common MOT failure on a 2022 Polestar Polestar 2 Ev?
Tyres, recorded in 8.0% of tests, followed by visibility (1.1%).
Does the 2022 Polestar 2 Ev get worse with mileage?
Its MOT fail rate rises from 6.8% in the 0-30k band to 14.0% in the 60-90k band.
Methodology & source. Based on 2,949 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.